Local Notes: Diamond Jubilees, Chat Connect Coffee, Tidy Towns
Mike McCarthy, Coughlan White & Partners Solicitors, sponsored tops for the Roscommon Town U-11 Europa League 1 squad.
The Roscommon Family Fun Run/Walk, held on Monday, May 4th last proved to be a wonderful success, raising €2,367 for the Irish Cancer Society. Organised by Sonya Raftery and the Roscommon Daffodil Day Committee, the event brought together people of all ages and abilities for a day filled with community spirit, fun, and fundraising. Starting from Hannon’s Hotel, Roscommon, participants took part in 5K and 10K walk/run options, while families also turned out in large numbers to support the worthy cause. The event saw runners, walkers, joggers, families, friends, and supporters come together with a shared goal of helping those affected by cancer and supporting the vital services and research provided by the Irish Cancer Society. Speaking following the event, the Roscommon Daffodil Day Committee expressed its sincere gratitude to everyone who contributed to its success. "We are absolutely delighted with the support received for our Family Fun Run/Walk. To raise €2,367 for the Irish Cancer Society is a fantastic achievement and would not have been possible without the generosity and support of our local community. We would like to sincerely thank every participant, volunteer, sponsor, donor, and supporter who helped make the day such a success. The atmosphere was incredible and it was wonderful to see so many people come together for such an important cause,” said the committee. The committee also extended thanks to Hannon’s Hotel for its support, as well as all volunteers who gave their time and energy to help organise and run the event on the day. Funds raised will go directly to the Irish Cancer Society, helping to provide essential support services for patients and families affected by cancer, while also funding vital cancer research. The Roscommon Daffodil Day Committee looks forward to building on the success of this year's event and continuing to support the life changing work of the Irish Cancer Society in the years ahead.
Roscommon /Longford Division recently launched the 8th annual Roscommon/Longford Garda Youth Awards, in association with Roscommon and Longford County Councils. The awards celebrate outstanding young people between the ages of 13 and 21 years, recognising the good work being done by young people in every community in both counties. Application forms can be requested from Roscommon.GardaYouthAwards@garda.ie, can be downloaded from the Garda website or from the Roscommon & Longford County Council websites. All nominations must be received by 5 p.m. on Friday, June 19th.
On Friday, June 19th at 7 p.m. in the Sacred Heart Church, Roscommon a celebration Mass will be held to mark the diamond jubilee of the ordinations of Fr. Eugene & Fr. Joe. This will be followed by light refreshments in St. Coman’s Wood school hall. All are welcome.
Summer bridge in Hannon’s Hotel on Wednesday, June 10th at 7.30 p.m. All affiliated members welcome. Proceeds to local charities.
Foróige summer programmes start June 9th in the Quad Youth Centre for young people 13-18 years. For more information contact Karen 0861033181 or Jennifer 086790676.
Roscommon Family Resource Centre is organising a coffee morning on Wednesday, June 10th 10 a.m. – 11.30 a.m. to support parents in their journey of parenting a child who is neurodiverse or has additional needs. Queries to 089 4334135.
Women's Space every Wednesday at the Family Resource Centre Vita House, 1 pm.-3 p.m.. To register or for further information contact 089 4334135/0906628621 or email info.srfrc@vitahouse.org Arts crafts, cooking, pottery, crocheting, board games, tea and chats etc.
A family support drop-in clinic will run on Thursday, June 18th in the South Roscommon Family Resource Centre. This service is also available in Vita House Outreach, Monksland N37 K163 on the same dates.
Feel the rhythm, connect with the beat, and experience the joy of African drumming at the Roscommon Community Hub, The Melting Pot on Monday, June 15th at 11 a.m. Join in a fun, interactive drumming workshop where you will learn traditional rhythms, meet new people, and enjoy all the wellbeing benefits that music brings. The workshops will run every Monday until July 6th. Places are limited, so booking is essential. To register contact 090 663 0099 or 089 276 9287.
As the 2026 Tidy Towns Competition kicks off, volunteers have been working away on lots of projects around town. Last week with the assistance of Maura Hynes, James Loftus, Noelle Jeffries and John Larkin, volunteers planted all the containers in the square. Well done to Maura, James, Noelle, John and all volunteers for the expertise and hard work.
Cemetery Mass will take place in Kilteevan Graveyard on Saturday, July 4th at 7 p.m. and in St. Coman’s Cemetery on Saturday, August 15th at 7 p.m. Weather permitting.
